Moroccan Chicken Stew
A flavorful sweet and spicy Moroccan inspired Chicken stew.
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 332kcal
Equipment
- 3-Quart Slow Cooker
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- ½ teaspoon garam masala
- 1 cup canned Great northern beans, drained & rinsed
- 1 cups chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 chicken thighs boneless & skinless
- Dash salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons dried apricots chopped
Instructions
- Lightly coat the inside of the slow cooker with vegetable spray.
- In a small bowl mix the tomato paste, vegetable oil, paprika, and garam masala. Microwave for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant. Pour the mixture into the bottom of a 2-quart slow cooker.
- Add the beans to the slow cooker.
- Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper and transfer to the slow cooker.
- Whisk the cornstarch in the chicken broth and pour over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on "high" for 4 hours.
- Uncover and stir in the dried apricots, recover, and let sit on the "warm" setting for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Brown the chicken before adding them to the stew. This caramelization adds depth of flavor to the final dish.
- While you can use any cut of chicken, thighs tend to hold up better in stews and remain juicy and tender.
- After combining all the ingredients, let the stew simmer on a low heat. This slow, gentle cooking allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
- Finish with fresh cilantro or flat-leaf parsley. Adding them at the end ensures they retain their bright color and flavor.
- Moroccan stews should have a balance of savory, sweet, and tangy so,adjust the seasonings to your personal taste preference.
- SUBSTITUTIONS: Common substitutes are chickpeas or small white beans, or use potatoes can also be used in place of beans.
- STORAGE: Cool completely and stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stove top over medium-low heat or in the microwave.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 332kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 23g | Sodium: 589mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g
